Severe Decay or Damage
When a tooth is too extensively decayed or fractured to be restored with a filling or crown, extraction is often recommended to prevent pain and infection.
At Pearl Dental, we prioritise your comfort and dental health. While our goal is to help you keep your natural teeth whenever possible, certain situations make tooth extraction the best option for your well-being. Whether you need a wisdom tooth removal or an extraction to address damage or overcrowding, our professional team provides gentle, effective extractions with a focus on patient care and comfort.
A tooth extraction is a procedure to remove a tooth from its socket in the jawbone. This procedure is often necessary when a tooth is too damaged or decayed to be saved or when it poses a risk to surrounding teeth. Extractions may also be required for orthodontic reasons, preparing for dentures, or to address impacted wisdom teeth.
When a tooth is too extensively decayed or fractured to be restored with a filling or crown, extraction is often recommended to prevent pain and infection.
Wisdom teeth, or third molars, often become impacted or misaligned. Removing them can protect your other teeth and relieve pain or discomfort.
Sometimes, extracting a tooth can help create space in the mouth to improve alignment and prepare for orthodontic treatment.
When periodontal disease leads to loosened teeth, extractions may be necessary to protect surrounding tissues and bone.
In some cases, tooth extraction is a part of preparing for dental prosthetics to improve your overall smile and oral function.
We begin with a detailed exam and X-rays to assess the tooth and determine the best approach.
The area around the tooth is numbed to ensure a painless procedure. For anxious patients, we also offer sedation options to make the experience as comfortable as possible.
Using gentle techniques, our team carefully loosens and removes the tooth with minimal disruption to the surrounding tissues.
After the extraction, we provide detailed instructions for aftercare to promote healing and minimise discomfort.
After tooth extraction, it’s normal to experience some swelling or mild discomfort. Applying a cold compress and taking over-the-counter pain relievers can help alleviate discomfort. It’s also important to follow our aftercare instructions, which may include:
Tooth extractions can be a necessary part of maintaining dental health, and at Pearl Dental, we’re here to support you every step of the way. If you think you may need an extraction, schedule a consultation today. Our skilled team is dedicated to providing compassionate, patient-focused care that prioritises your comfort and long-term oral health.